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Insight into Different Types of Massage (SUUK_284)
About Study Course
Department: Department of Health Psychology and Paedagogy
Credit points / ECTS:4 / 6
Course supervisor:Una Veseta
Study type:Part time
Course level:Bachelor
Target audience:Sports Trainer
Language:Latvian
Branch of science:Sports Science
Objective
Learn about different types of massage and basic self-massage techniques without and with aids.
Prerequisites
Anatomy, physiology.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge
As a result of learning the study course, students name and describe the nature of classical, sports and self-massage methods, physiological aspects and ways of using auxiliary devices.
Skills
As a result of learning the study course, students recognize the indications/contraindications of classical, sports and self-massage methods and assess the necessity of the method in practice for a specific client.
Competence
Using the acquired knowledge and basic skills, students analyze, plan and implement self-massage techniques or recommend another type of massage to a specific client.
Study course planning
Planning period:Year 2024, Autumn semester
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Sport, VSNpz | 8 | Bachelor’s | Required | Una Veseta, Evija Lasmane | |
| Health Sport, VSNpz | 6 | Bachelor’s | Required | Una Veseta |
Planning period:Year 2025, Spring semester
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Sport, VSNpz | 7 | Bachelor’s | Required |
